Package Description:
Erskine Stewart Melville Schools Junior School are currently recruiting for an After School and Holiday Club Deputy Manager to join the e-Plus department on a part-time, temporary basis until June 2027, covering a maternity period. The position is available from May 2026 (subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks). Hours of work are 12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m., Tuesday to Friday during term time and 21 hours during school holidays on a rota basis. Term time duties involve operating the P1‑P4 service, while holiday duties involve operating the Nursery/P1‑P7 services.
Responsibilities
* Lead an effective and motivated team to deliver high‑quality out‑of‑school care that meets the needs of children and families.
* Support the Practitioner on a daily basis and evaluate the provision on a weekly basis.
* Ensure a consistent approach throughout the provision and support children and staff, being included in staff ratios on the floor.
* Maintain operational consistency and high standards during both term time and holiday periods.
Qualifications and Experience
* Experience working with children.
* Possession of or active pursuit of a recognised childcare qualification.
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage staff ratios.
* Kind, enthusiastic, responsible, and able to prioritise the interests of children.
* Ability to work part‑time and adapt to shifting schedules.
Salary
£20,456 to £22,462 pro‑rated per annum, dependent on skills and experience.
Hours and Location
Part‑time, temporary until June 2027; begins May 2026 subject to checks. Term time hours: 12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m., Tuesday to Friday. Holiday hours: 21 hours on a rota basis. Term site: Queensferry Road; holiday site: Ravelston.
Eligibility
ESMS cannot sponsor international workers. Applicants must have or be able to demonstrate the right to work in the UK.
Benefits
* Generous holiday allowance
* Enhanced sick pay
* Family‑friendly policies
* Use of the school’s swimming pool and fitness room outside school hours
* Discounts at 130,000 retail and entertainment locations through the ESMS Discount and Benefits Scheme
* Employee assistance service
* Cycle‑to‑work scheme
* Car‑leasing salary sacrifice scheme
* Regular salary reviews and annual professional reviews
* Funding towards professional qualifications
* Generous pension scheme
* Death in service benefit
* Free school lunches
* Fee remission from Nursery to S6
* Free sports club membership, including access to the pool and fitness suites
Other Information
Safeguarding: staff must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and Disclosure Scotland. All posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Closing date: 12:00 p.m. Friday 1 May 2026. Applications will be shortlisted as received, and the vacancy may close early if a candidate is appointed.
Contact: Recruitment Team, recruitment@esms.org.uk.
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